I usually just let the answering machine get the call. Sometimes, I hit the talk button, lay the phone down and continue on with whatever I'm doing...watching tv, washing dishes, sewing. Then I eventually hang up the phone. Sure has relieved my stress level to do this. haha I think I said this on here the other day, if they ask for my husband, I tell them I'm just the housekeeper and they hang up on me! haha